There are many behviors our society typically considers to be rude, but for people whose brains are wired somewhat differently, these same actions may simply be what comes naturally. Traditionally, ...

"It is something they enjoy, and while we enjoy it, too, it is in such a large quantity that we find it impossible to eat it ...

Politeness is purely subjective. It is generally based on cultural or societal norms and is viewed from each person's own perspective. What might be considered kind and respectful to one person could ...

When is it okay to buy gifts in bulk, and when is it time to reconsider? An etiquette expert has all the answers.

When a friend throws an unexpected jab your way, it stings more than an unpleasant comment from a stranger. It's also harder to know how to proceed because, unlike with a stranger, you will have to ...

In Reader’s Digest’s new series, “Is It Really Rude to…,” Charlotte Hilton Andersen tackles low-stakes etiquette questions from everyday life using a combination of her common sense and vast knowledge ...

Confession: I don’t like swimming. (I hate being cold and I hate being wet, and swimming is both!) But I do love a good hotel pool: Sitting poolside, reading a book and watching my kids from my (dry) ...

One woman was planning on going to Christmas to celebrate with her family until her stepdad's remarks created tension in the ...